Zion drivers rely on their car’s coolant system to keep their engine cool. Coolant (also called antifreeze) mixed with water flows through your vehicle engine and absorbs heat. The mixture then flows out to the radiator where it’s cooled by air flowing over the radiator. From there the coolant/water mix circulates back through the engine […]

Okay. You went to your local Zion car wash and while your vehicle was under the dryer, the check engine light started flashing. Panic! What did you just do? Something is seriously wrong with the vehicle! You head for the nearest Zion service center, but on the way, the check engine light stops flashing, and […]

Let’s talk about  But the mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There’s also the power brake pump and brake fluid. And then there are the tires, which are critical to the effectiveness of the brakes. Your browser does not support the video tag. Let’s step back. A new vehicle or truck […]

Warm weather or cold, Zion drivers still need to think about their vehicle’s air conditioning. Most Zion people don’t service their air conditioning until after it fails. At Northwest Auto And Tire, we can advise you on your vehicle manufacturers preventive maintenance schedules for air conditioning service, just as we do for transmission service, oil changes […]

Many Zion drivers have been hearing about technological advances in power steering, specifically, electric power steering. Some very high-end cars have been featuring electric power steering. Power steering fluid has the necessary hydraulic properties and the ability to lubricate the internal parts. The power steering fluid also protects vehicle components from rust and corrosion. Your browser […]

Most Zion folks occasionally have days when they’ve got a bunch of errands to run. Yesterday was my day off and I needed to fill the gas tank, pick up some groceries at my Zion market, swing by the ATM and get the kids from school. I could have made four trips . . . […]

Poor interior air quality is nothing to sneeze at, and Zion auto owners might be interested to know that more and more new cars are coming equipped with: Check your vehicle owner’s manual, but they typically need to be replaced at around twelve to fifteen thousand miles. Your browser does not support the video tag. […]

If you’ve ever heard a squealing sound under your vehicle hood, chances are it was your serpentine belt. More importantly, the belt powers the alternator. The alternator creates electricity that’s used by your vehicle’s electrical systems and also charges your car battery. Without the alternator, the battery will go dead in a few miles. The […]

Your browser does not support the video tag. Your cooling system is very important. It circulates coolant through the radiator and your engine to protect your car from overheating. There are five main components to the cooling system: the radiator the radiator cap the hoses the thermostat and the water pump The water pump’s like […]